Fantasy Tip: Morris didn't do much, but at least he found the end zone and showed D.C. fans his traditional baseball swing celebration. Despite the touchdown he should still be viewed as an RB3 in all fantasy formats unless Ezekiel Elliott continues to fumble or suffers some sort of long-term injury.

Fantasy Tip: This isn't exactly devastating news to Elliott owners, as Morris was never going to sit idly by while the rookie pushed 400 carries. The Cowboys will be as dependent on the running game as any team in the league this year, so expect Morris to take every third series or one series per half from Elliott and serve as the clear early-down back should the No. 4 overall pick need to sit out due to injury. Morris may push 100 carries in 2016, but his greatest value to fantasy owners should be as a handcuff to Elliott.

Fantasy Tip: With Darren McFadden out for the foreseeable future, Morris is must-own handcuff if you are an Ezekiel Elliott owner. If he ends up starting at any point, Morris could produce RB2 numbers behind Dallas' offensive line.

Dallas Cowboys RB Alfred Morris said he wants to become more of a complete back by being more involved in the passing game this season.
"It's something I really haven't been able to do my previous four years," Morris said. "Just to get more involved in the passing game. It's a unique opportunity to build that trust, build that faith in the coaches and quarterback and just become a complete back."

Fantasy Tip: Morris is the third running back on the depth chart, and barring injuries, his role will likely be limited this season. Because of the excellent offensive line in front of him, Morris is a late-round grab as a speculative bench stash or as insurance for Ezekiel Elliott owners. It wouldn't be surprising to see Morris produce RB2 numbers if he were to land the bulk of the carries at some point during the season.

Fantasy Tip: Even if Elliott doesn't usually play with the first team, he's the running back to draft in Dallas. Elliott is the salt of the Cowboys' running back spices, while McFadden is the underwhelmingly flavored pepper and Morris is the cumin. Elliott has mid-range RB1 upside if he can stay healthy and fend off McFadden and Morris.

Fantasy Tip: After selecting Ezekiel Elliott with the No. 4 pick in the NFL draft, the fantasy value of both McFadden and Morris takes a major hit. McFadden is worth grabbing later in drafts, but it would take an injury to Elliott for McFadden to become a starting-caliber back.

Dallas Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott must compete to earn a starting role this year, according to running backs coach Gary Brown. Elliott was drafted fourth overall by the Cowboys and will compete with RBs Darren McFadden and Alfred Morris. "It's a lot faster pace," Elliott said. "The game moves so much faster. Yesterday, I'm not going to lie, I was a little bit shell-shocked. But today I came out. I was a little bit more prepared and was more ready mentally so it was a little bit easier for me."

Fantasy Tip: This is probably just coach speak. Dallas wouldn't have used a top-five pick on a running back if they weren't prepared to start him immediately. Elliott was the top back in the draft by a long shot, and he should contribute nicely for fantasy owners immediately behind an elite offensive line. Take Elliott as an RB2 with upside for more in 2016.

Fantasy Tip: Morris likely will be behind Elliott and Darren McFadden on the depth chart if they all make the final roster. Morris could be used as a change-of-pace back but likely would see limited touches. He could be a late-round option in some leagues but probably would only be depth for fantasy teams in 2016.

Fantasy Tip: Morris and Miami never gained much traction, and the Dolphins are still in need of another running back. Jay Ajayi is currently their lead back, and they've missed out on guys like Morris and C.J. Anderson. Depending on who they acquire, Ajayi can tentatively be considered a RB2 to RB3.